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🌳 Parks & Playgrounds for Kids in Gaithersburg, MD

5 parks, playgrounds, and outdoor play areas rated and reviewed by families.

Activities & Venues in Gaithersburg

Seneca Creek State Park state park in Gaithersburg, MD🌿 Nature
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Seneca Creek State Park

★4.7(2,569)Free

Seneca Creek State Park is a sprawling 6,300-acre natural playground where families can hike wooded trails, splash in the creek, and explore the shoreline of beautiful Clopper Lake. With multiple playgrounds, expansive picnic areas, and easy access to gentle trails perfect for little legs, this park offers the ideal mix of adventure and relaxation for families looking to unplug and reconnect with nature just outside Washington D.C.

🕑 3-5 hours for a full family day, or 1-2 hours for a quick playground and short hike visit

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Go Ape Zipline and Adventure Park adventure sports center in Gaithersburg, MD🧗 Adventure
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Go Ape Zipline and Adventure Park

★4.7(272)$$$

Go Ape Zipline and Adventure Park delivers an unforgettable treetop adventure through the beautiful Seneca Creek forest, featuring suspended obstacle courses, exhilarating ziplines, and challenges that get kids and parents working together as a team. With multiple course difficulty levels ranging from beginner-friendly to advanced, families can choose adventures that match their comfort level while building confidence and creating lasting memories high among the trees.

🕑 2.5-4 hours total (including check-in, training, and course time)

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Bohrer Park park in Gaithersburg, MD🌳 Park
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Bohrer Park

★4.6(1,285)$

Bohrer Park is a family entertainment hub in Gaithersburg that packs multiple attractions into one convenient location. From the splash-tastic water park and whimsical carousel to the delightful miniature train rides, this multi-use park offers enough variety to keep kids of all ages entertained for hours without needing to hop between different venues.

🕑 3-5 hours for a full visit including water park, or 1-2 hours if just using the playground and train

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Kentlands Mansion wedding venue in Gaithersburg, MD🌳 Park
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Kentlands Mansion

★4.5(124)Free

Kentlands Mansion offers families a beautiful blend of history and outdoor fun in one of Gaithersburg's most charming neighborhoods. While the historic mansion itself hosts community events, the surrounding grounds feature playground equipment, winding walking trails perfect for stroller walks or family bike rides, and plenty of open green space for picnics and play.

🕑 1-2 hours

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🛝 Playground

Ritchie Park Elementary School

Free6 mi · College Park

Ritchie Park Elementary School's community playground offers a welcoming neighborhood spot for families seeking casual outdoor play in College Park. With classic playground equipment, basketball courts, and plenty of open green space, it's perfect for burning energy after school or on weekends while keeping things simple and close to home.

🕑 1-2 hours

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